All speech is political. Anyone who does not understand that precept is either a child or, if an adult, a moron.
The idea of an “independent judiciary” basically means a judge could apply whatever filter or foundation he wishes, chooses or is so influenced ( so much of independence) towards.
The only thing that should influence a judge is the written law of the US and the founding documents starting with the Declaration of Independence. International law, public opinion and political conniving be damned.
If a judge cannot stand to that criteria, he ought to , out of duty and honor, resign.
Agreed. Chief Justice Roberts has acted more like a partisan Democrat than an independent judge interpreting the constitution. It has happened in the past that an appointee to the Supreme Court by a Republican turned out to be a liberal, for example, Sandra Day O’Connor. Hopefully, President Trump will get at least one more appointment. His first two appear to be true constitionalists.